Judiciously — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective adverb /jü-ˈdi-shəs/ ju·di·cious

Meaning & Definition of Judiciously

Judiciously (adjective)

  1. having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment

Judiciously (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in wisely, sensibly

    similar: discreetly, prudently, sensibly, wisely, excusably, fairly, justifiably, validly, chivalrously, decorously, deferentially, gallantly, politely, respectfully, solicitously, pleasantly, compassionately, humanely, kindheartedly, sweetly, sympathetically, considerately, courteously, graciously, kindly, nicely, reasonably, thoughtfully, well
    opposite: discourteously, inconsiderately, thoughtlessly, contemptuously, disdainfully, disrespectfully, impolitely, rudely, scornfully, snootily, cruelly, heartlessly, nastily, viciously, shabbily, unfairly

Related Entry: Judicious (adjective)

Judicious is a different word from Judiciously. The synonyms below are for judicious, not for judiciously.

  1. having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech

    "a good teacher who knows how to give judicious criticism as well as praise"

    similar: discreet, intelligent, judgmatic, prudent
    related: cautious, chary, circumspect, cozy, forehanded, foresighted, foresightful, forethoughtful, discerning, discriminating, sage, sane, sapient, senseful, sensible, wise, canny, provident, astute, perspicacious, sagacious, shrewd
    opposite: imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious
    near: careless, heedless, incautious, rash, improvident, shortsighted, foolish, unwise

  2. suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances

    "I'll ask for the raise at a time I deem most judicious"

    similar: advisable, desirable, expedient, politic, prudent, tactical, wise
    related: advantageous, beneficial, profitable, useful, utilitarian, feasible, possible, practicable, practical, opportune, seasonable, timely, opportunistic, self-seeking
    opposite: impolitic, imprudent, inadvisable, inexpedient, injudicious, unwise
    near: impractical, profitless, unfeasible, unprofitable, inopportune, unseasonable, untimely

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Judiciously

The most common words with a similar meaning to Judiciously:

discreetly, prudently, sensibly, wisely, excusably, fairly, justifiably, validly, chivalrously, decorously, deferentially, gallantly, politely, respectfully, solicitously, pleasantly, compassionately, humanely, kindheartedly, sweetly, sympathetically, considerately, courteously, graciously, kindly, nicely, reasonably, thoughtfully, well

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Judiciously

Words with the opposite meaning of Judiciously:

discourteously, inconsiderately, thoughtlessly, contemptuously, disdainfully, disrespectfully, impolitely, rudely, scornfully, snootily, cruelly, heartlessly, nastily, viciously, shabbily, unfairly

Word Forms of Judiciously

Derived words: judiciously (adverb), judiciousness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Judiciously

borrowed from Middle French judicieux, from Latin jūdicium "legal proceedings, court, judgment, faculty of judging, discernment" + Middle French -eux, going back to Old French -eus, earlier -os, -ous, going back to Latin -ōsus -ous judicial

First known use: 1591

Frequently Asked Questions about Judiciously

What does "Judiciously" mean?

"Judiciously" means having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment. As an an adjective and an adverb, it is defined as: having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment.

What is another word for "Judiciously"?

Other words for "Judiciously" include discreetly, prudently, sensibly, wisely, excusably, fairly, justifiably and validly. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Judiciously" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Judiciously"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Judiciously". Common alternatives include discreetly, prudently, sensibly, wisely, excusably, fairly, justifiably, validly, chivalrously and decorously.

What is the opposite of "Judiciously"?

Antonyms of "Judiciously" include discourteously, inconsiderately, thoughtlessly, contemptuously, disdainfully, disrespectfully, impolitely and rudely.

Is "Judiciously" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Judiciously" can be used as an adjective and an adverb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Judiciously"?

"Judiciously" is pronounced /jü-ˈdi-shəs/ and divided into syllables as ju·di·cious.

What is the origin of the word "Judiciously"?

"Judiciously" comes from borrowed from Middle French judicieux, from Latin jūdicium "legal proceedings, court, judgment, faculty of judging, discernment" + Middle French -eux, going back to Old French -eus, earlier -os, -ous, going back to Latin -ōsus -ous judicial. First known use: 1591.

What is another word for "Judiciously" meaning "as in wisely, sensibly"?

When "Judiciously" (adverb) means as in wisely, sensibly, synonyms include discreetly, prudently, sensibly, wisely, excusably and fairly. Opposites in this sense include discourteously, inconsiderately, thoughtlessly and contemptuously.